Hyundai Elantra Wheels Problems
Owners have filed 213 complaints with NHTSA about wheels problems on the Hyundai Elantra across 28 model years. The 2013 model year has the most (75). The words owners use most often: “tire pressure” (11% of reports).
- 213wheels complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 19mention a crash
- 8mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 43%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Tire pressure: mentioned in 24 of 213 complaints (11%)
At what mileage do wheels problems happen?
Based on 153 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 213 complaints, 19 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 8 an injury.
Hyundai Elantra wheels complaints by model year
| Model year | Wheels complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Elantra | 1 | 50% | — |
| 2025 Elantra | 1 | 5% | — |
| 2024 Elantra | 2 | 4% | — |
| 2022 Elantra | 3 | 3% | 4,000 |
| 2020 Elantra | 5 | 2% | 3,400 |
| 2019 Elantra | 4 | 2% | 30,000 |
| 2018 Elantra | 10 | 4% | 6,273 |
| 2017 Elantra | 14 | 2% | 21,650 |
| 2016 Elantra | 10 | 3% | 15,252 |
| 2015 Elantra | 7 | 3% | 27,250 |
| 2014 Elantra | 8 | 2% | 66,500 |
| 2013 Elantra | 75 | 6% | 10,500 |
| 2012 Elantra | 17 | 3% | 35,500 |
| 2011 Elantra | 18 | 4% | 59,791 |
| 2010 Elantra | 5 | 1% | 38,760 |
| 2009 Elantra | 3 | 1% | 56,130 |
| 2008 Elantra | 2 | 1% | 119,160 |
| 2007 Elantra | 2 | 1% | 58,602 |
| 2006 Elantra | 2 | 1% | 42,900 |
| 2005 Elantra | 1 | 1% | 66,089 |
| 2004 Elantra | 2 | 1% | 1,700 |
| 2003 Elantra | 3 | 1% | 103,868 |
| 2002 Elantra | 6 | 2% | 46,884 |
| 2001 Elantra | 7 | 2% | 93,000 |
| 2000 Elantra | 1 | 1% | 63,999 |
| 1999 Elantra | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1996 Elantra | 2 | 2% | — |
| 1995 Elantra | 1 | 1% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Model years: 2020
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
To Whom It May Concern: I am submitting this formal complaint to request review of a potentially serious vehicle-safety failure involving a rental automobile provided to me by Hertz at its [XXX] location. Although Hertz is presently attempting to collect approximately $97 from me for alleged tire…
The vehicle experienced significant vibration at highway speeds and during braking within the first 6 months of ownership. The issue was confirmed by a dealership, and the rotors were resurfaced as a corrective action. The problem has now returned, and the rear brakes have worn down to…
Excessive vibration starting at 50 MPH. Its so bad that you hand becomes numb after one hour of driving. The vibration and shake gets so bad over 65 MPH that it becomes unless for a long trip. Vibration is happening on a 2025 Hyundai Elantra hybrid blue trim after 2,000 milles on a brand new…
I have had my car since 201. I brought it brand new. In that time, I have had to replace the tire sensors (TPMS) on my tires multiple times. They keep failing or something is wrong with the system. Even after brand new tires (and sensors) the warning fault light on the dash illuminates…
The constant-velocity joint on the driver's side tends to vibrate, and at certain speeds there is play in the steering. Sometimes the handbrake doesn't work properly, and the right-side brake light doesn't work even after replacing the bulbs.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Hyundai Elantras have wheels problems?
No. NHTSA has 213 owner complaints about wheels for the Hyundai Elantra. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Hyundai Elantra wheels?
Yes: 1 safety recall list wheels. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about wheels problems on the Hyundai Elantra?
The most frequent phrase is “tire pressure”, in 24 of 213 complaints.
Other Hyundai Elantra problems
- Engine problems (1,651)
- Air Bags problems (1,303)
- Steering problems (1,142)
- Electrical System problems (1,034)
- Power Train problems (649)
- Suspension problems (592)
- Service Brakes problems (585)
- Structure problems (486)
See all Hyundai Elantra problems.